Acetogenesis
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Acetogenesis is a noun meaning (biochemistry) The anaerobic production of acetic acid or acetate by bacteria.
Meaning
(biochemistry) The anaerobic production of acetic acid or acetate by bacteria.
Example Sentences
It is the opinion of Snoswell and co-workers that the balance between hepatic production of acetate and ketone bodies may be determined by the availability of carnitine, increased concentrations of this compound leading to decreased ketogenesis and increased acetogenesis (A. M. Snoswell, personal communication).
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include acetogen, acidogenesis, acetobacter, acetoclastis, fermentation, acetoacetase.
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